What is the cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Reading?

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Reading is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bridgend to Reading?

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Reading is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Bridgend to Reading. However, there are services departing from Sarn Odeon and arriving at Bridge Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Reading?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bridgend and arriving at Reading. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Bridgend to Reading?

The distance between Bridgend and Reading is 130 miles. The road distance is 124.8 miles.

How do I travel from Bridgend to Reading without a car?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Reading without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £50 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Bridgend to Reading?

The train from Bridgend to Reading takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Reading bus from?

Bridgend to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Reading train from?

Bridgend to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bridgend station.

Train or bus from Bridgend to Reading?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Reading is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £50 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Bridgend to Reading bus arrive?

Bridgend to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Where does the Bridgend to Reading train arrive?

Bridgend to Reading train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bridgend to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Reading is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Bridgend to Reading.

How do I get a train ticket from Bridgend to Reading?

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Bridgend to Reading - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Bridgend to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 52m
£50–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ridebus 508
3h 14m
£24–32
Drive 124.1 mi
1. Drive from Bridgend to Readingcar 124.1 mi
2h 14m
£31–44

Bridgend to Reading by train

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1h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.8 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Bridgend, Wales and Reading, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bridgend to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £50–80 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sarn Odeon to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride twice daily. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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